Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 155 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000123342
Common Names
- Creeping Zinnia
- Creeping Sanvitalia
- Bushy Sanvitalia
Description
Sanvitalia fruticosa (also called Shrubby Sanvitalia, among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It typically grows in moist soils, and is found in grasslands, scrublands, and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Sanvitalia fruticosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sanvitalia fruticosa is yellow and has a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a small, ovoid nut with a length of 1-2 mm. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sanvitalia fruticosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that is tolerant of drought and cold temperatures. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Sanvitalia fruticosa
Sanvitalia fruticosa is native to Mexico and parts of Central America. It can be found in dry, sunny areas with well-drained soil.
Sanvitalia fruticosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sanvitalia fruticosa?
Sanvitalia fruticosa
What is the common name of Sanvitalia fruticosa?
Creeping Zinnia
What is the family of Sanvitalia fruticosa?
Asteraceae
Species in the Sanvitalia genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,